Job Description:
Reliance Aerotech Services is seeking a well qualified structural engineer to provide technical/engineering expertise on fighter jet aircraft. Workscope is including but not limited to, structures, avionics, flight controls, engine, air conditioning and pressurization, fire protection, fuel, hydraulics, landing gear, and related systems. Coordinates activities with the maintenance function to ensure that work plans are developed to enable successful maintenance operations. Interprets engineering requirements and engineering specifications in support of cost, quality, schedule and safety goals while ensuring that processes meet the design criteria. Translates engineering requirements into manufacturing plans and work instructions for the maintenance group.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manage all aspects of multiple aviation engineering projects including project plans, technical drawings, specific project costing, resources and delivery of outcomes.
• Hold regular cross-functional project meetings to review and update project schedule and delivery, risks, issues, actions status, logistics, resources, and objectives. Makes presentations/briefings on technical information.
• Assures early problem identification and implementation of corrective action.
• Defines project work scope, develops statements of work, task descriptions, design plans, cost estimates and manpower requirements.
• Provides the necessary technical and engineering guidance to meet schedules and fulfill requirements.
• Effectively reports to management on key project accomplishments and status.
• Approves project related engineering data to assure compliance with corporate policies and FAA/military requirements as required.
• Formulates conceptual design to meet requirements. Analyzes project proposal to determine feasibility, cost, and production time.
• Evaluates selected product design for conformance to engineering principles, customer requirements, quality standards, and specifications. Evaluates and recommends approval of design changes and drawing releases.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering
- 5 years minimum experience as an Engineer in an aerospace industry
- Experience with the F-16 strongly desired
- Familiarity with FAA Supplemental Type Certificate Process for design data, prototype, installation and approval (CFR Part 21 Subpart E and AC 21-40A) a plus
- Experience with ASME Y14.5 GD&T, DoD Standards.
- Must have experience with modeling, drafting and tolerancing
- Must be proficient in Solidworks to create parts, assemblies and drawings
- Must have strong understanding of Engineering processes including design, development, and testing
- Must work well in teams and have the ability to lead engineering projects
- Must be eligible for a government security clearance.
- Must pass a DOT/FAA pre employment drug screen